Spices (other varieties) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $68.9 million of spices (other varieties) in 2024 (19.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 190 countries. Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $68.9M | 19.9K t |
| 2023 | $55.0M | 18.1K t |
| 2022 | $53.7M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $51.2M | 16.6K t |
| 2020 | $40.9M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $45.4M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $47.6M | 12.5K t |
| 2017 | $44.9M | 12.7K t |
Where South Africa exports spices (other varieties) to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (22%), Namibia (18%), Eswatini (15%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $14.9M | 22% |
| Namibia | $12.7M | 19% |
| Eswatini | $10.3M | 15% |
| Mozambique | $9.1M | 13% |
| Lesotho | $6.9M | 10% |
| Zambia | $3.9M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| DR Congo | $1.8M | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| Malawi | $1.5M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.47 per kg, 27% above the world average of $2.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Spices (other varieties) imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $11.4 million of spices (other varieties) in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. India alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.1M | 54% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 15% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 9.3% |
| Pakistan | $915K | 8% |
| Bangladesh | $361K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $272K | 2.4% |
| Mozambique | $213K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $144K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $103K | 0.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $94K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa spices (other varieties) exports (HS 0910.99): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0910.99: Spices: n.e.c. in heading no. 0910.
Common questions
What is the value of spices (other varieties) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported spices (other varieties) worth $68.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 190 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy spices (other varieties) from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by Namibia (18%) and Eswatini (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 90 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average export price of spices (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.47 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $2.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of spices (other varieties) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $44.9 million in 2017 to $68.9 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $50.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import spices (other varieties)?
Yes. South Africa imported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Turkey and Egypt. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $57.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for spices (other varieties)?
The HS code for spices (other varieties) is subheading 0910.99. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For South Africa, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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